Caregiver - Must DRIVE

Amada Senior Care Northshore; Lake Bluff (IL); On-site; USD 22,730 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Referral program

Flexible scheduling

Overtime paid for working over 40 hours per week

Weekly pay

Job summary

Amada Senior Care Northshore is looking for a compassionate Caregiver to provide assistance to individuals in their daily living activities in Lake Bluff, Illinois. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, providing companionship, helping with meal preparation, and monitoring health status. The role requires experience in assisted living, knowledge of HIPAA regulations, and strong interpersonal skills. Benefits include a flexible schedule, health and dental insurance, 401(k), and bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• Valid ID and Social Security Card required.
• Driver’s License preferred.
• Ability to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Help with meal preparation and medication reminders.
• Monitor and report changes in client’s health status.

Skills

Experience in assisted living or senior care environments

Knowledge of HIPAA regulations

Proficiency in caregiving techniques

Ability to manage challenging behaviors effectively

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Education

1 year of experience or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate Caregiver to join our team. The Caregiver will provide assistance to individuals in their daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Help with meal preparation and medication reminders.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks.
• Escort clients to appointments and run errands.
• Monitor and report changes in client’s health status.
• Implement behavior management techniques when necessary.

Skills

• Experience in assisted living or senior care environments.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
• Proficiency in caregiving techniques.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviors effectively.
• Familiarity with home care systems.
• Background in childcare, social work, or related fields.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competence in meal preparation for special dietary needs.

What You Will Be Doing

Assisting clients with activities of daily living. Services may include, but are not limited to, activity of daily living support, personal care, bathing/toileting, medication reminders, light housekeeping, personal laundry, cooking, shopping, assistance in getting to and from appointments, maintenance of household records, and companionship.

Openings Based In The Following Areas

Suburbs: Glenview, Evanston, Northbrook, Highland Park, Skokie, Niles, Chicago, Park Ridge, Lake Bluff, Libertyville, Lake Forest, Oakbrook, Forest Park, Riverside, Downers Grove, Westmont and more.

Job Requirements

• Valid ID and Social Security Card (Required)
• 1 year of experience or equivalent (Required)
• Driver’s License (Preferred)
• Ability to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (Required)
• Work Location: In person

Job Types

Full-time, Part-time

Pay

$16.50 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Flexible schedule
• Bonus opportunities
• Overtime paid for working over 40 hours per week
• Weekly pay
• Part-time / Full-time availability
• Flexible scheduling
• 24‑hour support staff
• Incentives and recognition awards
• Direct deposit
• Flexible start dates

Schedule

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• On call
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed

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